1963 Lotus Elan vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mexico is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 856 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lotus Elan | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Elan | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2650 mm |
